With the ongoing tragedy of the sunken passenger ship, SEWOL, EXO’s anticipated album Overdose will be released at a later time.

On April 18, SM Entertainment announced through EXO’s homepage, explaining that everyone at SM Entertainment is currently grieving over the recent tragedy of SEWOL, the passenger ship that sunk on April 16. Due to the incident, EXO’s new mini album, Overdose will not be released on April 21 as previously announced.

“This decision was made with mourning for the victims and the hope that all missing people will return safely, so we ask for understanding from all the fans waiting for the album,” said the notice.

SM Entertainment wrote that the new release date of the album will be announced in the near future.

Meanwhile, there have been 28 casualties with 268 people still missing from the sunken ship.

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